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WNBA Star Angel Reese Issues Lofty Demand To League

While there's a lot of uncertainty surrounding the WNBA at this time, Angel Reese made it clear that she knows what she wants. Reese has been a double-double machine since entering the WNBA in 2024, averaging 14.1 points and 12.9 rebounds per game.

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Sophie Cunningham Omits Indiana Fever Amid WNBA Ownership Praise

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham made waves when she spoke about WNBA ownership during a February 3 episode of her Show Me Something podcast. When

Minnesota Lynx News / Bleacher Report / February 4

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Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / February 4

Caitlin Clark’s NBA on NBC Behind-the-Scenes Moment Says It All

The large audience that tuned in to Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark's NBA on NBC debut Sunday night may have been drawn in early prior to the game when Clark competed in a modified version of HORSE against former 20-year veteran Jamal Crawford.

Indiana Fever News / The Spun / February 4

Sophie Cunningham Takes Major Shot At State Of The WNBA

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham didn't hold back this week when talking about all the uncertainty surrounding the WNBA. On Monday, the WNBA and the players' union met for a few hours to discuss a new collective bargaining agreement.

New York Liberty News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / February 4

Breanna Stewart Addresses Hard Truth Amid WNBA CBA Stalemate

There is still no resolution on a new collective bargaining agreement between the WNBA and the players' association, with the threat of missed games becoming more of a possibility as each day passes.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / February 4

Indiana Fever Star Aliyah Boston Had 'No Answer' to Caitlin Clark Question

Caitlin Clark has been one of the WNBA’s finest players since entering the league, with a national profile that began during her time with the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 4

Why Mercury's Westhead Had A Legendary Career

The Phoenix Mercury have had some great coaches over the years, and it all started with Cheryl Miller. Miller coached the team in its inaugural season , and she remained the coach until after the 2000 season.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 4

Why Mercury's Thomas Is Known As 'The Engine'

Alyssa Thomas was one of the Phoenix Mercury's new additions , and she was one of the keys to their success. She averaged 15.4 points, 9.2 assists, 8.8 rebounds and 1.6 steals in what was her first season with the Mercury.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 4

Mercury's Free-Throw Shooting Helped Them Reach The Finals

The Phoenix Mercury's 2021 season was memorable, as it led to the franchise's fifth Finals appearance. They finished the season with a record of 19-13, and they met the Chicago Sky in the Finals.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 4

Mercury Guards Play Well, Finish Second In Award Races

The Phoenix Mercury found a new coach in 2006, as they hired Paul Westhead. He had championship experience, as he led the Los Angeles Lakers to a championship in 1980.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 4

Phoenix And Los Angeles Ready To Compete

The Phoenix Mercury won their series against the Los Angeles Sparks last year, and this year, they want to do the same. The Mercury will face the Sparks four times this season, and the first meeting is early in the season.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / February 4

Everything you need to know as the 2026 Athletes Unlimited season tips off in Nashville

While Unrivaled has kept professional women’s basketball going in the United States, it’s a 3×3 league and not the traditional 5×5 game fans are accustomed to.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 4

Mercury's Burdick Wins A Medal

The Phoenix Mercury have been home to numerous players, and some of those players started their careers elsewhere. Cierra Burdick spent some time with the Phoenix Mercury, and before that she was drafted by the Los Angeles Sparks.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 4

Looking At Phoenix's All-Defensive Team History

Defense plays an important role in a team's success, and it usually leads to championships. The Phoenix Mercury can attest to this, as some of their top players have been recognized for their defense.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / February 3

Sophie Cunningham Sends Message After Torn ACL Announcement

Sophie Cunningham watched as the Indiana Fever put together a surprising run in the 2025 WNBA playoffs. Even without Cunningham and Caitlin Clark, the Fever defeated the Atlanta Dream in the opening round before pushing A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces to overtime in Game 5 of the semifinals.

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Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / February 3

Paige Bueckers' Unrivaled Coach Delivers Highest Praise for Dallas Wings Star

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers has been off to a tremendous start to her Unrivaled career. Nine games in, she's averaging 24.7 PPG, 6.8 APG, and 6.2 RPG while shooting 55.3% from the floor, 44.1% from three, and 89.3% from the free-throw line.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / February 3

Sophie Cunningham Drops Honest Review of Caitlin Clark's NBC Broadcasting Debut

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark appeared in two live segments as a special contributor for NBC's February 1 pregame coverage of a nationally televised game between the New York Knicks and the Los Angeles Lakers, which took place at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York City.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / February 3

Reports: WNBA offers no CBA proposal during meeting

Players expecting to receive a proposal from the WNBA about a new collective bargaining agreement walked away from Monday's meeting empty-handed. Meeting for the first time in months, the two sides talked for about three hours at the league's New York offices.

Marina Mabrey’s Dominance Highlights Statement From Unrivaled

The mentality is what has always separated Marina Mabrey; she thrives in moments that demand belief. While others measure risk, she measures opportunity.

Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / February 2

Caitlin Clark shares thoughts on WNBA CBA negotiations

Will the WNBA and the players reach an agreement before a work stoppage?

Caitlin Clark explains why she aspires to learn from Luka Doncic

Caitlin Clark has an awkward moment with Reggie Miller during her NBC debut

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Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / February 2

Lawsuit Raises Questions About Sky Ownership Practices

A lawsuit filed in Cook County has placed the ownership structure of the Chicago Sky under renewed scrutiny, raising questions about governance, transparency and fiduciary responsibility at a moment when franchise valuation across the WNBA is rapidly rising.

Paige Bueckers News / Dallas Wings on SI / February 1

Paige Bueckers Makes MVP Claim As Breeze Get Back In Win Column, Blow Out Rose BC

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers saw a lot of losing in the WNBA season, and she was hoping for something different in the Unrivaled League. However, her team, Breeze BC, had lost two straight games, and with just six games remaining in the regular season, they needed to separate themselves from the middle of the pack a little bit.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / February 2

Caitlin Clark explains why she aspires to learn from Luka Doncic

Clark joined NBC's pregame broadcast ahead of Sunday night's Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks game and called Doncic "amazing and incredible" before going on to discuss how she could pattern parts of her game after his to improve as she prepares to enter her third WNBA season.

Clark has an awkward moment with Reggie Miller during her NBC debut

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Unrivaled sets women's hoops attendance record in Philly

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WNBA News / Field Level Media / January 31

Unrivaled sets women's hoops attendance record in Philly

Unrivaled made history in its inaugural tour stop of the three-on-three women's basketball league's second season, drawing the highest attendance figure ever for a women's basketball regular-season game.